Alternative Programs
Alta Cambrian
Students, aged 16 to 18, who have difficulty succeeding in a traditional secondary school setting will benefit from the Rainbow District School Board’s Alta Cambrian program being offered in partnership with Cambrian College. The alternative setting, with small class sizes and individualized curriculum, focuses on active learning practices, the development of critical thinking skills and hands-on activities. Students earn credits, build social skills, develop links to community college programs as well as Youth Employment Services and explore pathways – work, apprenticeship, college and university. The program encourages students to stay in school or find viable employment.
What is Alta Cambrian?
Alta Cambrian is an alternative school that began in February 2005. The school provides credit courses for students ages 16 to 18 in an alternative learning environment. The school is housed at Cambrian College and provides many advantages for students who have left or are at risk of leaving secondary school and who require an alternative setting for earning credits.Who is this school for?
- Students who are between the ages of 16 to18
- Students who require an alternative setting for learning
- Students who would like to complete credit courses towards the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
What are the advantages and unique characteristics of the school?
Alta Cambrian is housed at Cambrian College. The program provides flexible time tables for students. Assistive technology (text to speech, speech to text) is available to all students. Cambrian / Rainbow District School Board student cards are available. Students benefit from small class sizes. Accommodations and individualized curriculum are provided. There is academic support, and career counseling. Workplace readiness is an important part of the program.Where is Alta Cambrian?
Room 4070Cambrian College
1400 Barrydowne Road
Sudbury, Ontario
How can a student register?
To register, please contact:Paul Camillo
Principal
c/o Sudbury Secondary School
85 Mackenzie Street
Sudbury, ON, P3C 4Y2
705-674-7551
Students need their most recent high school transcript to register.
What do Alta Cambrian students say about the program?
"We can work at our own pace."
"The teachers are understanding and patient"
"They treat us like adults and give lots of freedom."
"There is less pressure."
"There is everything we need from computers to calculators."
"I don’t want to leave this program as I enjoy it so much."
"This is the best class I’ve ever had."
"It’s just an all around better environment to learn in."
"I like the flexibility of the program."
"Help is always there."
"The Learning to 18 program is a great improvement on my education."
"I feel more independent here."
"You get congratulated and feel better about yourself."
